December 17, 2024:
Google Boosts Code Assist with Gemini 2.0 - Google upgraded its Code Assist tool by integrating it with Gemini 2.0, which enhances its ability to handle larger codebases and connect with various data sources, including GitHub and Google Docs. This update allows developers to retrieve contextual information directly within their IDEs, aiming to maintain workflow fluency.
While similar tools like GitHub Copilot and Oracle's coding assistant exist, Google emphasizes improving both speed and code quality. As concerns about AI-generated code rise, Google plans to focus on enhancing quality and stability in future AI development.